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B20m budget to ensure Phuket Peranakan culture is never forgotten

PHUKET: As one exhibition closes (World in Grey) at the Chalermraja Cultural Centre in Phuket town, another one (Peranakan From Phuket to Singapore) opened yesterday.

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A great catch in Phuket

PHUKET: Phuket and seafood go together like salt and pepper, chocolate and strawberries, and yes – fish and chips. The island is home to dozens, if not hundreds of amazing restaurants serving up the best the ocean has to offer – from squid to lobster to mussels, a bountiful harvest served direct to our tables.

Heavy hitters return for Cannes film fest

FILM: The Coen Brothers, Roman Polanski and Steven Soderbergh return to the Cannes Film Festival this week, with a string of younger talents snapping at their heels in the race for the coveted Palme d’Or.

Phuket: Creating the craic

PHUKET: The Irish bar has become as common a sight in major cities around the world as a branch of McDonald’s or Starbucks.

Phuket: Feldenkrais practitioner teaches how to take our first steps... all over again

Phuket Life / Health

Wednesday 15 May 2013, 03:38PM

PHUKET: We can often recognise a family member from afar because of their distinctive gait, as each of us have learned to move in a unique way.

Phuket: Kajonkiet hosts successful sports day

Phuket Life / Education

Wednesday 15 May 2013, 05:32PM

PHUKET: Kajonkiet International School’s (KIS) recently held Sports Day was an opportunity to introduce their ‘House System’.

Phuket: PIADS ‘Book Week’ great success

Phuket Life / Education

Wednesday 15 May 2013, 04:19PM

PHUKET: The Phuket International Academy Day School (PIADS) finished its annual Book Week on May 3, but its benefits will be felt throughout the year believes Diane Therrien, librarian and academic resource manager.

Summer stopovers at Tanjong Jara offer all encompassing experience featuring adventure, culture and spa

Phuket Life / Travel

Wednesday 15 May 2013, 06:59PM

Tanjong Jara Resort unveils a complete holiday experience encompassing adventure, culture and relaxation with the new Summer Stopovers. Through wellness, culture and outdoor activities, these retreats provide a wholesome, “Unmistakably Malay” escape to the idyllic East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Fronting the South China Sea on the coast of Terengganu, the 99-room Tanjong Jara Resort is a sanctuary of luxury and well- being, steeped in age-old Malay traditions. Crafted to offer discerning guests a complete experience at Tanjong Jara Resort, the Summer Stopovers incorporate accommodation, meals and three elements: Adventure, Culture and Spa, to provide an immersive holiday set against the sparkling blue waters, rustling palm trees and golden sandy beaches of Malaysia’s rustic East Coast. The convenience of having a leisurely itinerary allows guests to experience the best of Tanjong Jara’s offerings without the hassle of further planning. Explore the great outdoors with the Adventure component of the Summer Stopovers. Guests may select one activity from Marine or Forest Adventure; snorkelling at one of Southeast Asia’s best-kept underwater secrets – Tenggol Island, a Fun Dive for certified divers, a Discover SCUBA diving excursion, a jungle trek up to the Chemerung Waterfalls or an eco - cruise along the Marang River. Culture is the second component and booked upon arrival at Tanjong Jara Resort. Activities include a visit to the morning market guided by the resort’s effervescent local chef, a cooking class followed by a food tasting, a tour of the nearby town of Dungun, traditional Batik cloth painting and a bicycle tour through a nearby fishing village. The award-winning Spa Village at Tanjong Jara is incorporated into the Summer Stopover featuring a 50-minute Malay Massage. Preceded by the Mandi Bunga, Spa Village’s unique pre-treatment, this massage consists of long kneading strokes focused on the muscles and various pressure points. Tanjong Jara Resort’s Summer Stopovers offer a wholesome, “Unmistakably Malay” escape to the idyllic East Coast and start from a MYR1625++ per night for minimum of three nights accommodation. A selection of one Adventure getaway and one Cultural activity is applicable per booking which also includes one 50-minute experience per person at the luxurious Spa Village Tanjong Jara. Daily breakfasts, lunches and dinners for every night of stay with one sumptuous private dinner and return transfers to Sultan Mahmud Airport are also included. Adventure and cultural activities are subject to seasonal schedules and availabilities. Travel period is from now till 31st October 2013. Book your Summer Stopover now or call YTL Travel Centre at +603 2783 1000 or email travelcentre@ytlhotels.com.my. Guests may also visit www.tanjongjararesort.com for more information.

Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali takes an innovative approach to holistic healing with its guest artist programme

Phuket Life / Travel

Wednesday 15 May 2013, 06:47PM

Tucked away on the remote northeastern coast of Bali, Spa Village Resort Tembok is a sanctuary of peace and tranquillity, immersed in the gentle spirituality and age-old traditions of the Island of the Gods. Fringed by volcanic, black sand beaches, YTL Hotel’s first Spa Village Resort takes spa getaways and holistic healing to a new level with this year’s range of talented specialists and practitioners under its Guest Artist Programme. Now in its fifth year, the ever-evolving Guest Artist Programme focuses on bringing harmony to the physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing of the Resort’s guests through the Programme, which unites guests with time-tested techniques from around the world, demonstrated by experts who have perfected their craft. From modern disciplines such as Kinesiology, to ancient healing philosophies such as yoga, and therapies based on science or focused solely on nature, each month brings forth a new set of wellness practitioners with diverse skills. The month of May sees groundbreaking ‘Catalyst for Change’ Maree Thomas, who specialises in Life, Soul and Success Coaching; she herself is a testament to the success of her methods and will focus on the importance of inner awareness. Come June, Personal Trainer Jess Cover is onboard, sharing her tips on nutrition and weight loss, alongside artist Cherie Murray Lee who will demonstrate freedom through artistic expression. July sees the addition of Shiatsu Master, Yutaka Homma and Kineseology specialist Esther Kivi. The following months will continue to see an exciting line-up of passionate practitioners including aquassage – a therapeutic massage conducted in water, brain training and aromatherapy. Returning to the Programme in October this year is world-renowned clairvoyant, Russian-born Diana Manilova. Initiated and recognised as a daughter of the sky by Mongolian shamans, Hindu sadhus and Tibetan rinpoches, Manilova imparts her wisdom by conducting spiritual life consultations and is also co-founder of the acclaimed Oracle Retreat, which Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali is proud to host. Some visiting guest artists come from as far afield as Bulgaria and Mexico; while others come from Germany, the United States and the United Kingdom. Practitioners will guide those that are looking to physically, mentally and spiritually rejuvenate by assessing their needs and taking them on a journey to find the best combination of treatments through the holistic philosophies from their own countries and the venerable ancient methods of the Indian, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai cultures. Each practitioner is typically based at the Resort for one month, during which they give daily complimentary workshops; be it watercolour-painting, meditation, massage therapy or creative detoxification. Resort guests may then choose to book a one-on-one consultation, allowing the practitioner to assess their individual goals and needs, guiding them to find the best combination of transformative exercises. Making and sustaining lifestyle changes is a difficult process; for those on a transformational journey to achieve an effective wellness programme, or simply seeking to balance mind, body, and soul while on a therapeutic island getaway, the Guest Artist Programme serves as positive support through the process. Visit www.spavillageresort.com for more information on Spa Village Tembok Bali, Resort’s wellness and lifestyle programs.

Film Review: Star Trek Into Darkness - Keep on Trekking

Phuket Life / Film

Tuesday 14 May 2013, 06:05PM

FILM: Before 2009 you would have been excused for thinking that the USS Enterprise would barely get off the ground, let alone ever attain ‘warp speed’ again: The original series cast were either too old (or dead), and the five spin-off TV series and movies were only being watched as re-runs by die-hard Trekkies.

Phuket: A Soi Dog Flight Volunteer tells of his amazing journey

Phuket Life / Environment

Tuesday 14 May 2013, 02:44PM

PHUKET: My name is Zat Lewis and my wife is called Izzy Van De Ven.

Friends bond over caffeine and culture in Phuket Town

Phuket Life / Dining

Sunday 12 May 2013, 02:56PM

PHUKET: Eight young Phuket friends have joined together to open a new cafe on Krabi Rd in the heart of the Old Town, right next door to the famous Thaihua Museum (worth a visit if you’ve never been).

Phuket's Nepali temple gives spiritual support

Phuket Life / Arts

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:05PM

PHUKET: Despite having already served the Thai-Nepalese community for more than a decade, the Thai-Nepalese temple on Patong Hill was officially opened on April 19.

Phuket Legal: The hidden dangers lurking in ‘collective’ leasehold contracts

Phuket Life / Legal

Sunday 12 May 2013, 04:12PM

PHUKET: In part one of this article, we addressed several legal errors in a recently published article in another local news publication. Now we turn to the article’s substance, the commonly marketed “collective leasehold” structure.

Millions affected by LivingSocial data hack

Phuket Life / Tech

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:44PM

TECH: Personal data from over 50 million people was leaked by a hacking attack of daily deals web site LivingSocial – although reports say no data from Thailand users was compromised.

Thought-controlled tablet ready to read your mind

Phuket Life / Tech

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:42PM

TECH: Imagine sliding through the screens on your tablet, launching applications, playing music, and taking notes – all just using just the power of your mind.

Blast from the past: Super Metroid

Phuket Life / Tech

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:41PM

TECH: Do you remember Super Metroid? As far as sequels go, this could be the video game equivalent of The Godfather Part 2.

Phuket: A guide to effectively communicating with home help

Phuket Life / People

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:37PM

PHUKET: Claire Connell speaks to Bangkok author Kristen Rossi about her new book Maid in Thailand, designed to assist with communication between foreigners and their home help.

Phuket Pets: The Thai Ridgeback

Phuket Life / Environment

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:23PM

PHUKET: The Thai Ridgeback is an old breed, which can be seen in Thai documents written more than 350 years ago. It was mainly used for hunting in the eastern parts of the Kingdom.

Phuket: Three steps to feeling healthy

Phuket Life / Health

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:20PM

PHUKET: Welcome to ‘Supercharge Yourself’ – a three part series on how you can take quick easy steps to improve your body, mental state and spiritual wellbeing.

Kajonkiet Phuket expands its premises and horizons

Phuket Life / Education

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:17PM

PHUKET: The Kajonkiet International School Phuket’s (KIS) premises in Kathu are being expanded to coincide with the launch of the Key Stage 3 curriculum, and will be open in time for the new academic year in August.

BIS Phuket students will scale new heights

Phuket Life / Education

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:15PM

PHUKET: Students from the British International School Phuket (BISP) have a mountain to climb, and that’s not just referring to the curriculum.

Meet the man behind Phuket's Land and Houses

Phuket Life / People

Sunday 12 May 2013, 03:11PM

PHUKET: For Raksapong Khumkhuanjum, General Manager of Land and Houses (LH) Muang Mai, the current stage of his working life is not only the most successful, but also one of the most rewarding.

Phuket's Indigo Pearl Sunday Brunch shines again

Phuket Life / Dining

Sunday 12 May 2013, 02:54PM

PHUKET: The title of Phuket’s best brunch is a much fought over title on the island, but one that regularly and rightly makes the top of many people’s lists is the Classic 4 Sunday Brunch at the Indigo Pearl.

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